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GX05 DCU

2005 Kawasaki ZX1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,026 mi
Last recorded21,026 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2010
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX100021,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 DCU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1000
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2010 21,026 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front brake feels spongy

Pass 24 Jun 2009 18,205 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 23 Jun 2009 18,205 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX1000?

Based on 1,292 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
943
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Registration plate incorrect 5
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
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GX05 DCU is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZX1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 21,248 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX05 DCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZX1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX05 DCU registered?

GX05 DCU is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX1000, first registered on 8 March 2005.

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